Your Seat at the Table: Leadership Opportunities in Our OT  Community

Friday October 9, 2026

Assigned Continuing Education: 1 contact hours

IOTA Executive Board members  

Financial Disclosure: None 

Non-Financial Disclosure: All panel members serve on the IOTA  Executive Board 

Course Length: 1.0 contact hours  

PRIMARY Presentation Category: Community-based Intended Audience: Introductory 

Short Abstract: 

This is a panel discussion where members of the IOTA executive board will be able to share their “why” with general membership.  The session will allow for individual networking. 

Learning Objectives: 

1. Describe the primary responsibilities and expectations of  executive board positions within the state occupational therapy association. 

2. Identify professional and personal benefits of serving in a  leadership role within a professional association in order to develop  a personal action plan for becoming involved.  
3. Compare board positions to determine which leadership  opportunities best align with their interests, experience, and career  goals. 

Educational Value:  

Professional boards require participation from their members in  order to be effective. Many OT practitioners discount their time and  talents in regard to serving. This presentation will help members  see how they can contribute.